When should I plant Shepherd's Purse in Zone 7b?

Direct sow Shepherd's Purse outdoors around 27 Th2. Expect first harvest around 13 Th4.

What is the last frost date for Zone 7b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 7b is 10 Th4. The first fall frost averages 7 Th11, giving a 211-day growing season.

Can I grow Shepherd's Purse in Zone 7b?

Yes. Shepherd's Purse needs 45 days to harvest. Zone 7b has a 211-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Growing Shepherd's Purse in Zone 7b

Zone 7b has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Shepherd's Purse. Sương giá cuối: 10 Th4. Sương giá đầu: 7 Th11.

Planting Calendar

Outdoor

Harvest

27 Th27 Th11

Season: 10 Th4 – 7 Th11 (211 ngày)

Vùng7b

Sương giá cuối10 Th4

Sương giá đầu7 Th11

Mùa vụ211 ngày

Thu hoạch45 ngày

Ánh sángfull-to-part

When to Plant Shepherd's Purse in Zone 7b

Sow Seeds Outdoors: 27 Th2

Direct sow Shepherd's Purse seeds outdoors around 27 Th2. Wait until soil temperature reaches 35F. Space plants at 16/m² (8cm khoảng cách).

Harvest: 13 Th4

First harvest approximately 13 Th4 (~45 ngày from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (7 Th11). Shepherd's Purse can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Fall Planting: 12 Th9

For a fall harvest, plant Shepherd's Purse around 12 Th9 (8 weeks before first frost).

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